Upcoming Events
Tue, Oct 10In person Garfield Elementary and ZOOMOct 10, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMIn person Garfield Elementary and ZOOM
Tue, Nov 14in person Garfield Elementary adn ZOOMNov 14, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMin person Garfield Elementary adn ZOOM
Halloween Decorating Contest
THEME- GHOSTS & SKELETONS
Witches are out, skeletons are seen, neighbors are decorating, 'Tis near Halloween. Join in a friendly decorating competition and help transform Riverside into a frightfully, delightful community. We look forward to your creations for a ghostly, haunting, fun Halloween.
Nominate yourself or a neighbor by clicking the nominate button below.
Judging occurs between 10/24-10/28
You can win in the following categories:
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Grand (Best Overall Decorated)
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Best Theme- Ghosts & Skeletons
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Best Daytime
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Best Nighttime
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Best Scariest
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Best Harvest
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Best Block
Oh my, yes the witches, warlocks and ghouls have created rules:
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Open to Riverside residents only.
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Address numbers must be visible from the street day and night.
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Nominees are not allowed to win in the same category for 3 years. Don't let this discourage you from decorating. There are many categories and you can still help your block be a winner.
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Homes with decorations that have been left up from previous holidays will be ineligible for a prize, (except for white twinkle lights that are meant to use year round).
Winners receive a prize, a sign in their yard, recognition on Facebook, our website and NextDoor .
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Help us support Cocoon House
Each year Riverside Neighbors select a non-profit to support and this year it is Cocoon House. The mission of Cocoon House is to empower young people, families, and the community to break the cycle of homelessness through outreach, housing and prevention. This mission supports the belief that every young person deserves a home and the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential.
What they need:
The list above shows what they need and here are some other needed items:
Umbrellas
Sweatshirt/hoodies all adult sizes
Men's athletic shoes: sizes 8-12
Women's athletic shoes: sizes 6-11
You can give three ways:
1. Purchase something from the list above and drop off at Katrina's 2515 E. Grand Ave before 12/16.
2. Go to their website and click DONATE. In the notes please mention you are from Riverside so we can track our donations!
3. Go directly to their Amazon gift list, purchase and have the item sent directly to them
Learn more about Cocoon House by attending our December meeting or go to their website.
Holiday Lighting Contest
Join in a Riverside tradition by decorating your home for the holidays. Nominate yourself or a neighbor by clicking HERE. Judging occurs on December 12th and winners announced on 12/14. Below are the Categories and Rules
CATEGORIES
Best Decorated (3 winners)
Best Theme-Peace on Earth
Best Wreath
Best Daytime
Best Blow up
Best Decorated Tree (inside or outside)
Best Decorated Block
Best Decorated Business
RULES
Open to Riverside residents only.
Address numbers must be visible from the street day and night.
Nominees are not allowed to win in the same category for 3 years. Don't let this discourage you from decorating. There are many categories and you can still help your block be a winner.
Homes with decorations that have been left up from previous holidays will be ineligible for a prize, (except for white twinkle lights that are meant to use year round).
National Night Out
Riverside Annual Garage Sale
Saturday, August 13th 9-3
Have stuff to sell? It’s time to clear out the old, rejuvenate and refresh! After a two year hiatus, our Neighborhood Community Garage Sale will return. This should make for a wonderful sale!
Register by August 7th by clicking the link below and paying the nominal $5.00 registration fee.
We do the hard work of advertising and creating a map.
Complete the online form here and then click the button below to submit payment